Souls Harbour is entering their fifth year of service for the needy in Halifax. Their goal is to help people from poverty, addiction and despair by offering emergency help like shelter, clothing and food.

Volunteers are busy helping to prepare & serve the meal. Each guest will also receive a special Easter present pic.twitter.com/syeXbFKujZ

“Souls Harbour is about offering welcome, hope and dignity and how much more so than with Easter can we do that, because Easter is a time of new beginnings and hope for all,” said Michelle Porter, Souls Harbour Rescue Mission.

On top of a pork loin dinner, every one of the guests were also treated to an Easter gift.

Souls Harbour expected 350 people today, but it could be closer to 400. Volunteers say it's busier than usual. pic.twitter.com/xCXMDvqr54